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About the Hotel

4825 49Th Avenue, Yellowknife, X1A 2R3

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“The hotel's location is perfect for walking around Yellowknife and easily accessing nearby attractions.”view full review

With a rating of 8.1/10, The Explorer Hotel offers year-round adventure and is your place to watch the aurora and enjoy outdoor activities. This 4-star Yellowknife hotel features a range of amenities including a full-service restaurant, meeting space, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Rooms & Facilities

Accommodations at The Explorer Hotel include 259 newly updated rooms featuring comfortable pillowtop mattresses, flat-screen HDTVs, and free Wi-Fi. Guests can choose from Superior, Deluxe, and Signature Suites, some of which include kitchenettes and unique decor celebrating Northern heritage.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include Trader's Grill, which specializes in elevated Northern Canadian cuisine, and the Trapline Lounge, offering innovative pub fare. The restaurant is known for the best Sunday brunch in the North, featuring locally sourced and seasonal dishes.

Leisure & Business

Leisure activities include opportunities for watching the aurora, dogsledding, and fishing. The Explorer Hotel also provides 557.4 m² of meeting space, accommodating various events from small gatherings to larger conferences, making it suitable for both business and leisure.

Local Area & Transportation

Located close to key attractions such as Old Town and Somba K'e Park, The Explorer Hotel is accessible via Yellowknife Airport, which serves multiple airlines. Guests can enjoy local shopping, art galleries, and vibrant nightlife within walking distance.

Select your room type

The Explorer Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

2 persons

32 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

Bathtub

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Superior King Room

2 persons

33 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

Bathtub

room details

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Facilities

The Explorer Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Good Restaurant

“The restaurant offered a amazing view while enjoying a delicious meal, complemented by a cozy fire pit that made the atmosphere truly special.” read full review

Wonderful Water View

“Our first stay included a stunning water view from the room, which added a serene touch to our experience and made our stay even more nice.” read full review

Efficient Shuttle Service

“The early shuttle to the airport was a lifesaver, allowing us to start our day without any stress or worry about missing our flight.” read full review

Accessible Features

“The hotel provided excellent accessibility features that ensured a comfortable stay for everyone, enhancing the overall experience for all guests.” read full review

Facilities: Great

8.1/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Canoeing
Skiing
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Services

Free airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Explorer Hotel Location

4825 49Th Avenue, Yellowknife, X1A 2R3

Getting around

City Centre
Yellowknife 5 min · 1400 ft
Airports
Yellowknife (YZF) 9 min · 3.5 mi
Rae Lakes (YRA) 159 min · 65.8 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, Japanese, Tagalog / Filipino

Year renovated:

2006

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

152

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Explorer Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 285 verified reviews

8.0 /10

Great

75 %

Recommend

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Comfort

8.6/10

Facilities

8.1/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Location

9.2/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.4/10

Staff

8.5/10

Value for money

7.0/10

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The Explorer Hotel, Yellowknife

About the Hotel

Rooms & Facilities

Dining & Nearby Options

Leisure & Business

Local Area & Transportation

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Room features

Bathroom

Media

Room decor

The Explorer Hotel Location

Reviews and Ratings

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